Frequently Asked Questions

The m/s Paul Gauguin offers oceanview suites and staterooms, most with private balconies that can be used for private dining and relaxing. (Please note that furnishings do not include chaise lounge chairs.)

• Lobby

• • Reception Desk | Deck 4 | Hours of Operation: Open 24-hours
  • Travel Concierge and Excursions Desk | Deck 4 | Hours of Operation: vary according to itinerary; Can accommodate a Hospitality Desk

• Restaurants

• • L’Etoile | Deck 5 | Capacity: 208 seats | Dinner only, featuring delicious Continental cuisine | No reservations required | Open seating | Hours of Operation: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm | Space can be used during the day for meetings (classroom style, up to 30 seats).
  • La Veranda | Deck 6 | Capacity: 108 seats indoor, 52 seats outdoor | Upscale dining featuring authentic French cuisine | Reservations required for dinner (15 guests can be seated every 30 minutes) | Breakfast and lunch | Some al fresco seating | Hours of Operation: Breakfast 7:00 am – 9:30 am; Lunch 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm; Dinner 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  • Le Grill | Deck 8 | Capacity: 92 seats | Breakfast and lunch | Al fresco seating | Hours of Operation: Breakfast 7:00 am – 9:30 am; Lunch 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm; Dinner 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm (hours may vary according to itinerary) | Dinner featuring authentic Pacific cuisine | Reservations required for dinner (12 guests can be seated every 30 minutes) 

• Entertainment & Nightlife

• • Le Grand Salon | Deck 5 | Capacity: 231 seats (including bar stools), 50 standing | Spectacular performances featuring the culture of the islands and more | Space can be used during the day for meetings and cocktail parties in the evening (chairs around the dance are mostly fixed, chairs around the bar area can be rearranged).
  • La Palette | Deck 8 | Capacity: 39 seats indoor, 46 seats outdoor, 20 standing | Versatile lounge where Continental Breakfast is served, enrichment lectures and activities take place, and live music, DJ, or karaoke happen in the evenings | Hours of Operation: Continental Breakfast 6:30 am – 10:00 am; Bar Service 3:00 pm until late… pm (hours may vary according to itinerary); Space can be used during the day for meetings (round tables of 4-6, theater, classroom style).
  • Piano Bar | Deck 5 | Capacity: 84 seats, 20 standing| Relaxed environment and live entertainment | Hours of Operation: 6:00 pm –until late ; Space can be used during the day for meetings and cocktail parties in the evening (round tables of 2-6, theater, classroom style).
  • Bar du Soleil | Sun Deck | Capacity: 36 seats, 100 standing | The sun deck bar is open only for special occasions and upon request for hosting group cocktail parties. Hours of Operation: as requested, weather permitting. Space can be used for cocktail parties (24 chairs are movable, theater, classroom style).
  • Pool & Pool Bar | Deck 8 | Capacity: 52 seats, 50 sun chairs | 7,104 sq ft pool area | 74K liter salt water pool | 5.9 ft depth | 80.6 F average water temperature | Hours of Operation: Bar Service 9:30 am ‒ 6:30 pm (hours may vary according to itinerary); Space can be used for cocktail parties only for charters.

• Spa, Fitness, Swimming & Watersports

• • Algotherm Dermo Ocean Spa | Deck 6 | 1,767.2 sq ft | The number of staff may vary (average five in total). Each staff member can accommodate 7-8 guests per day for treatments | Hours of Operation: 8:30 am - 7:30 pm

• • Fitness Center | Deck 6 | 381.4 sq ft | Wide range of Technogym equipment such as kettlebell, bikes, treadmills, ellipticals, leg extension, leg press, and Tanita Body Composition Scale DC-13C. Hours of Operation: Will vary according to itinerary
  • Watersports Marina | Deck 3 | Complimentary use of snorkel gear throughout the voyage, plus kayaking and paddleboarding available from the retractable marina platform and/or our private white-sand beach on a motu off the coast of Bora Bora* and from the beach of our own private motu off the coast of Taha’a.
  • Dive Desk | Deck 4 |  The Gauguin offers SCUBA diving for all levels of experience and is the only luxury ship in the French Polynesian islands with its own diving team, offering PADI certification on board for novice divers, as well as refresher courses. Visit pgcruises.com/scuba  

• Other Public Areas / Venues 

• • La Boutique | Deck 6 |1,528.5 sq ft | Selection of clothing items, famous Tahitian black pearls, and duty-free gifts from around the world | Limited selection of sundry available for purchase | Hours of Operation: Embarkation day 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm; Port days 8:00 am – 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm; Sea days 8:00 am –12:00 pm and 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm (hours may vary according to itinerary)
  • Fare Tahiti Museum | Deck 6 | Reading Gallery featuring historical Tahitian artifacts and artwork from local artists | Hours of Operation: 24-hour
  • Reading Nook | Deck 5 | Small library stocked with popular bestsellers for guests' reading pleasure during their cruise
  • Captain’s Reception Lounge | Capacity: 16 seats, 20 standing | Used for private cocktail parties and lectures for small groups | Moana Explorer Program for kids on select sailings
  • Photo Studio | Deck 5
  • Table Tennis | Deck 5 (inside Le Grand Salon)
  • Walking Track | Deck 9
  • Afternoon Tea at Le Grill or La Veranda

*Subject to availability as conditions allow. When unable to call there, we will be offering a tender to the pier and a free shuttle to Matira Beach, the island’s award-winning public beach.

The m/s Paul Gauguin offers oceanview suites and staterooms, most with private balconies that can be used for private dining and relaxing. (Please note that furnishings do not include chaise lounge chairs.)

On the m/s Paul Gauguin, our balconies range in size from 197 sq. ft. in our Grand Suite to 37 sq. ft. in our Balcony Staterooms.

On the m/s Paul Gauguin, our bathrooms are marble appointed, and most have a full-size bathtub with shower. Eight staterooms have stall showers only (B7003; C7006, 763,764,765,766,767; E415). Bathrooms offer a hair dryer and luxury beauty products that include shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer, and bath gel.

Yes, full-service room service is complimentary aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin.

Nothing. All shipboard gratuities are included.

Nothing. Soft drinks, mineral water, and wine with dinner are included in our all-inclusive fares. In fact, select fine wines and premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee, and tea served throughout the ship as well as mini-bar beverages are all complimentary.

We offer complimentary meeting space rental as well as onboard A/V equipment, charging only a nominal service charge for meeting room set-up and service (based on the number of guests in the meeting). In addition, there is no charge for a hospitality desk area on board, as well as the use of our computer and printer.

Reservations can be made in advance for shore excursions only. Spa and dinner reservations may be made once onboard, subject to availability and capacity constraints. Under special circumstances, full group reservations may be made in advance of departure on select nights aboard.

Yes, an itinerary can be changed, provided that embarkation and debarkation ports remain as published.

Port/governmental fees, handling security, and cruise ship fuel surcharges are additional and are based on the number of guests sailing.

Yes, if you are chartering the ship.

Yes.

We have complimentary collateral materials in the form of blank shells, oversized postcards, deck plans, and more available on our website. Please click here to access.

We have complimentary high-resolution images available on our website. Please click here to access.

Because of our ship’s intimate size, the number of top-end suites is limited. To secure a top-end suite for your VIP, we recommend that the rate for that suite be pro-rated into the group rate.

We have dedicated personnel specially trained to ensure that every aspect of your group is taken care of, from first contact through final billing.

We offer complimentary site inspection of suites/staterooms on a space available basis, as detailed in the group/charter agreement, if the business has been signed and deposited. If not signed and deposited, we offer reduced rates. All site inspection bookings receive immediate confirmation.

Paul Gauguin Cruises offers full, open-seating dining to all guests so they can dine with whom they want, where they want, whenever they want.

Whether yours is a small group or a full-ship charter, you will have the ability to utilize our conference rooms, lounges, and restaurants for your meeting needs.

All dinners are à la carte. Large groups requesting group seating, when available, however, may be limited to a set menu. We are able to create special menus for guests who have food allergies or require a specific diet.

Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style, although à la carte dining is available in La Veranda.

On the m/s Paul Gauguin, you can book as few as 10 staterooms to qualify as an incentive group and enjoy our incentive group policies (including having an assigned in-house coordinator to manage the special needs of your group).

Many of the services that resorts charge extra for are complimentary aboard The Gauguin. For example, meeting rooms, coffee/snack breaks, A/V equipment, entertainment, and many daytime and evening activities are included, to name just a few.

We allow complimentary name changes up to 72 hours prior to departure for both charters and incentive groups (cruise-only).

We provide both types of documents – whichever suits you and/or your client's needs.